The OPDA is the only body bringing together pain and addiction professionals and patient groups to raise awareness and understanding of opioid painkiller dependence and to campaign for dedicated services.

OPD is a highly distressing medical need requiring early diagnosis and appropriate treatment. The impact of OPD can be felt both by patients and their families and is associated with stigma and guilt.

Opioid Painkiller Dependence Alliance (OPDA)

The Opioid Painkiller Dependence Alliance is a unique collaboration of pain and addiction specialists and patient groups committed to raising awareness of opioid painkiller problems and campaigning for dedicated services. Become an affiliate member and make our voice stronger.

PHE’s Alcohol, Drugs, Tobacco and Justice Division (Health Improvement Directorate) has established a project team to implement the Prescribed Medicines Review, and the expert reference group’s primary role will be to inform and guide it.